Serving the Capital Region since 2020 · Licensed & Insured Louisiana HVAC Contractor
Baton Rouge HVAC · Heating · Cooling · Appliance Repair
Fast, honest air conditioning and heating service across the Capital Region — plus appliance repair most HVAC companies won’t touch. Same-day repairs, free replacement quotes, and 24/7 emergencies.
Our Services
One local team for every comfort problem in your Baton Rouge home or business — from a quick AC fix to a full system replacement.
When the cool air quits in the Louisiana heat, Melvin and the crew get your system diagnosed and running the same day.
Learn moreA properly sized, high-efficiency system installed by people who live here — and free, written quotes with no pressure.
Learn moreBaton Rouge winters are short but the cold snaps are real — we get your furnace or heat pump warm again fast.
Learn moreFrom efficient heat pumps to gas furnaces, we install heating that fits Baton Rouge homes and Baton Rouge winters.
Learn moreA seasonal tune-up catches the small problems before a Louisiana heat wave turns them into a breakdown.
Learn moreFridges, ranges, washers, and more — one local call gets your household appliances working again fast.
Learn moreWhen your AC dies in the dead of a Louisiana summer, we answer the phone around the clock and come running.
Learn moreWhen a hard freeze rolls in and the heat quits, we answer around the clock to get your home warm and safe again.
Learn moreTopping off refrigerant without finding the leak just wastes your money — we locate and seal the real problem.
Learn moreAfter a hurricane, flood, or power surge, we assess the damage, help document it for insurance, and get you cooling again.
Learn moreA warm fridge means food spoiling by the hour — we respond quickly to get it cold again and save your groceries.
Learn moreIf your house feels sticky even when the AC is on, humidity is the culprit — and we have the solution.
Learn moreLeaky ducts can waste a fifth of your cooling into the attic — sealing them makes every room comfortable and your bills lower.
Learn morePerfect for additions, garages, and hard-to-cool rooms — efficient, quiet comfort with no ductwork required.
Learn moreKeep your Baton Rouge business comfortable and running — commercial HVAC service, maintenance, and installs you can rely on.
Learn moreAC Down? Start Here
A few safe checks help you (and our dispatcher) triage the problem fast. They do not replace a professional diagnosis — but they can prevent water and electrical damage while help is on the way.
Set the thermostat to COOL and confirm the setpoint is a few degrees below the room temperature.
Check the HVAC breaker once. If it trips again, leave it off and call — do not keep resetting it.
Glance at the air filter (without opening sealed equipment). Note if it is visibly dirty.
Look for water around the air handler, drain pan, ceiling, or floor. If you see water, turn the system off.
Look for ice on the indoor coil, refrigerant line, or outdoor unit. Do not chip the ice away.
Photograph the thermostat display, model/serial plate, any ice or water, and the outdoor unit if it is safe.
Turn the system off if you find standing water, a burning smell, heavy icing, or a breaker that keeps tripping — then call Geaux 72 Degrees LLC right away.
The more we know, the faster we fix it.
We answer 24/7 and give you a real arrival window.
Call (831) 461-3437Why Geaux 72 Degrees
No runaround, no scare tactics — just certified technicians who fix it right and charge fairly.
AC out in the heat or no heat on a cold night? We answer around the clock and prioritize same-day service.
A fully licensed Louisiana HVAC contractor with EPA Section 608-certified technicians — proof provided on request.
Every quote is itemized and approved before we start. No surprise charges, no high-pressure sales.
Owner-operated by Melvin and his team, serving Baton Rouge and the Capital Region with real accountability.
We size and service systems for Louisiana Zone 2A heat and humidity — not just temperature.
We test our work, clean up, and stand behind every repair and install 100%.
No Guesswork, No Surprises
A lot of companies show up and start swapping parts. We diagnose first and prove the problem — so you only pay for work that actually fixes it.
We confirm your address, symptom, equipment type, urgency, and access.
You get a real time window and a call so you are not waiting all day.
We check for water and electrical hazards before opening or testing equipment.
Airflow, temperature split, static pressure, refrigerant, electrical, and condensate — tested, not assumed.
We show you the readings and photos and explain what is actually wrong.
You approve an itemized repair or replacement estimate before any extra work begins.
Parts, labor, permits, and disposal are handled and identified up front.
We verify the fix, clean the work area, and leave you the paperwork and next steps.
Ask any technician whether the diagnostic includes static pressure, temperature split, refrigerant, electrical testing, and a condensate inspection with documented findings. Ours always does — and our technicians are EPA Section 608 certified for refrigerant work.
Sound Familiar?
Louisiana heat, humidity, older homes, tricky additions, and storm-season power surges create predictable comfort problems. Here is how we read the symptoms.
The same symptom can come from a thermostat or power issue, a failed capacitor, restricted airflow, a frozen coil, a refrigerant leak, or a compressor fault. A unit that never shuts off may be undersized, losing cooled air through leaky ducts, or fighting humidity.
With roughly 2,690 cooling degree days, Baton Rouge systems remove huge amounts of moisture. A frozen coil can point to low airflow or a refrigerant problem, and a blocked condensate line can send water toward your air handler, ceiling, or floor.
A rising bill does not automatically mean replacement. Equipment age, runtime, duct leakage, static pressure, insulation, and thermostat settings all matter. Even a new, efficient system underperforms if it is oversized, mismatched, or installed without proper ductwork.
A new filter can help a restricted system, but it is not a substitute for finding why airflow, coil temperature, refrigerant, or drainage went wrong. When in doubt, call (831) 461-3437.
Honest Guidance
We never use age alone to push a replacement. We show you the measured fault, the repair option, and the replacement rationale in writing — then you decide.
| Option | Typical Cost | Best For | Local Climate Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common AC repair | $150 - $650 | A safe, repairable system with an isolated fault | Fix the cause, then verify humidity, airflow, and drainage |
| Capacitor replacement | $180 - $320 | A confirmed failed capacitor | Electrical testing matters after heat, long runtimes, or a storm |
| Refrigerant recharge | $200 - $600 | A system low on charge after diagnosis | Ask why it was low; a leak needs EPA 608-certified repair |
| Central AC replacement | $3,900 - $7,900 | Systems 10+ years old or no longer keeping up | Requires Manual J/S sizing, duct review, permits, and commissioning |
| Full system replacement (typical range) | $3,649 - $11,677 | Homeowners comparing complete options | Typical local project around $7,663; compare quotes line by line |
These are researched Baton Rouge budgeting ranges to help you plan — not a quote. Your written estimate is always itemized (equipment, labor, permits, disposal, refrigerant, warranty) before any work begins.
Lean repair
Reliable system, isolated fault, parts available
Weigh it
10+ years, repeated failures, rising operating cost
Compare on paper
Get 3 written quotes and compare line by line
Know the number
Financing and total repayment explained up front
Sized for Louisiana
In our hot-humid Climate Zone 2A, an air conditioner has two jobs: drop the temperature and pull moisture out of the air (the latent load). A system that cools the thermostat quickly can still leave your home damp, sticky, and prone to mold if it is oversized or installed without proper ductwork.
That is why every replacement we quote starts with an ACCA Manual J load calculation to measure your home’s real load, then Manual S to match the right equipment — not a rule-of-thumb tonnage guess. We treat SEER2 as one spec among many, review your ducts and static pressure, confirm permits, and commission the system so it performs the way the numbers promise.
Manual J load calc
Measure the true heating and cooling load, room by room.
Manual S selection
Match equipment to the load and Baton Rouge conditions.
Duct & static pressure
Confirm returns and airflow support the new system.
Humidity control
Design for latent load, not just temperature.
Permits & inspection
We handle the required Baton Rouge permit path.
Commissioning
Startup testing and documentation before we leave.
Locally Owned & Operated
Geaux 72 Degrees started with a simple promise: treat every Baton Rouge home like our own. Owner Melvin built the company on same-day responsiveness, honest diagnostics, and pricing you can actually understand. That reputation is why neighbors keep calling us back — and referring us.
We handle heating, cooling, indoor air quality, ductwork, and even major appliance repair, so you have one trusted number for whatever the Louisiana climate throws at your home. Serving the Capital Region since 2020.
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Where We Work
From East Baton Rouge to Ascension and Livingston parishes, comfort help is close by. Pick your town for local details.
Right here in the city, our trucks work Downtown, Mid City, Spanish Town, Beauregard Town, the Garden District, Southdowns, Capital Heights, Old Goodwood, Sherwood Forest, Shenandoah, Jones Creek, Essen, Siegen, and Bluebonnet — plus the neighborhoods around LSU, Southern University, the LSU Lakes, the Mississippi River levee, Our Lady of the Lake, and the Mall of Louisiana. From older homes near the river corridor to newer subdivisions and hard-to-cool additions, we know how Baton Rouge houses behave in the heat.
What Our Customers Say
4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 by 45+ Baton Rouge homeowners
Real reviews from customers of Geaux 72 Degrees LLC on Google. Owner-operated by Melvin and his team.
“I hired Melvin and his crew at Geaux 72 Degrees for a complete install of a Rheem condensing unit, furnace, and evaporator coil. This company is very reliable, honest, professional, and customer friendly. Melvin patiently answered all of my questions and even asked permission to work late to get the job completed that day. I would highly recommend Geaux 72 Degrees to anyone who needs HVAC services!”
Glomax Solutions
AC & Furnace Installation · 2023 · via Google
“Melvin is reliable and thorough. He has been a great help this summer after other companies gave us the runaround. AC out and you don’t know what to do? Hit up my friends at Geaux 72!”
Eryka Jackson
AC Repair · 2024 · via Google
“Service was beyond amazing. Melvin was highly knowledgeable and fixed my AC issue within minutes. He explained all findings and took pictures for viewing. I called and he came right away. Definitely recommend him and highly appreciative of his great work ethic.”
April Green
AC Repair · 2023 · via Google
“Melvin came out the same day we called and was able to install a compressor. He informed me every step of the way about any issues he saw and what he was fixing. He was very informative and professional.”
Leslie Horton
Compressor Replacement · 2023 · via Google
“Mr. Melvin is a very professional young man who gets the job done in an efficient manner. I called him and he was here without hesitation. He takes pride in his work and went right to the problem with my unit. I recommend Mr. Melvin for all your air conditioning and heating needs.”
Judith
AC & Heating Repair · 2023 · via Google
“I highly recommend Geaux 72 Degrees. Mr. Melvin is very knowledgeable in his field and stands 100% behind his work. If you are reading this review, then you have made the right choice. Don’t hesitate to give him a call.”
Larry Briggs
HVAC Repair · 2023 · via Google
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Geaux 72 Degrees is a service-area HVAC contractor based in Baton Rouge, LA. We come to you — dispatching technicians throughout East Baton Rouge, Ascension, and Livingston parishes and beyond.
FAQ
Still unsure about something? Call (831) 461-3437 — we’re happy to talk it through.
Most common residential AC repairs in Baton Rouge run about $150 to $650. As a rough guide, a failed capacitor is often $180 to $320, a refrigerant recharge $200 to $600, and a seasonal tune-up $75 to $200. Your final price depends on the diagnosis, parts, access, refrigerant, labor, and permits — and we put every number in writing before we start.
Baton Rouge HVAC replacement commonly ranges from $3,649 to $11,677, with a typical project around $7,663. Central AC systems often land near $3,900 to $7,900 and heat pumps near $4,200 to $7,600. Ask what equipment, labor, permits, ductwork, disposal, warranty, and startup testing are included so you can compare quotes fairly.
Age alone should not decide it. More than 10 years is an EPA-referenced point to have the system professionally evaluated. We weigh repair frequency, safety, comfort, humidity control, operating cost, and parts availability against the price of a properly sized replacement, then give you an honest recommendation in writing.
Turn the system off and call for diagnosis at (831) 461-3437. Photograph the ice if it is safe, but do not chip it away or keep running the equipment. A frozen coil can come from low airflow, a refrigerant problem, or another fault, so simply changing the filter may not solve it.
Turn the system off and call promptly, especially if water is near a ceiling, drain pan, or floor, because continued operation can worsen the damage. Photograph the water, equipment, and thermostat when it is safe, and keep invoices and diagnostic findings for any insurance discussion.
Manual J is the ACCA method for calculating your home’s true heating and cooling load using size, construction, windows, insulation, orientation, and room conditions. It replaces rule-of-thumb tonnage and feeds Manual S equipment selection, so your new system is sized correctly for Baton Rouge heat and humidity.
Yes. Baton Rouge requires permitting and inspection for mechanical HVAC work, and residential work exceeding $7,500 must involve a properly licensed residential contractor. We handle the permit path and confirm inspection responsibilities before the job begins.
Our hot-humid Climate Zone 2A, with roughly 2,690 cooling degree days, means your system must remove moisture (the latent load) as well as heat. Poor sizing, low airflow, duct leakage, and drainage faults can leave a home cool but still damp, which is why we test airflow, temperature split, and condensate drainage — not just temperature.
Yes. Geaux 72 Degrees answers 24/7 for no-cooling and no-heat emergencies across Baton Rouge and the Capital Region. Call (831) 461-3437 and we will confirm your arrival window and give you a documented diagnosis before any additional work is approved.
Same-day and 24/7 emergency HVAC service across Baton Rouge and the Capital Region. Honest, written pricing — always.
4.9★ from 45+ reviews · Licensed & Insured Louisiana HVAC Contractor · Serving the Capital Region since 2020